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If a printing roller is glazed, unevenly worn or causing uneven inking, inspect the surface condition, hardness, pressure stripe, runout, shaft/bearing condition, ink contamination and recent consumable changes. A glossy surface may be a cleaning issue; local wear or repeated banding often points to pressure, installation or mechanical stability.
Diagnosis map
| Observed issue | First checks | Likely next step |
|---|---|---|
| Glossy roller surface | Ink residue, calcium deposits, cleaning method, hardness | Clean and retest; replace if hardness or surface damage is severe. |
| Left-right density difference | Pressure stripe, bearing seat, shaft alignment, installation | Adjust pressure and inspect runout before ordering. |
| Periodic bands | Runout, roller diameter, gear/contact rhythm, old roller wear | Measure runout and shaft condition. |
| New roller still inks poorly | Ink/water balance, blanket, cleaner, press setting | Do not isolate the roller from the whole press condition. |
Information to send to a supplier
- Machine brand and model, roller position and color unit.
- Photos of the printed defect and roller surface.
- Pressure stripe photos or setting notes.
- Ink, cleaner, dampening solution and recent material changes.
- Old roller service time, hardness data and runout data if available.
DBW procurement boundary
DBW can help evaluate whether the situation points to new roller replacement, refurbishment, inspection or consumables adjustment. The best answer depends on the actual press condition; this page should be treated as a field diagnosis framework rather than a universal guarantee.